Big Sur: Best Time to Visit, Apr–Jun & Sep–Oct | Trailwind

Legendary trekBig SurBig Sur, California, United StatesBest time to visit Big Sur: Apr–Jun & Sep–Oct. Ninety miles where the Santa Lucia range falls straight into the Pacific, and Highway 1 threads the gap.

Best time: Apr–Jun & Sep–Oct

In season: ~17°C high

Climate: 9–22°C

Nearest airport: MRY

Currency: USD

Language: English

Timezone: UTC-05:00

Best time to visitTwo separate windows work best: Apr–Jun & Sep–Oct. Pick the one that matches what you came for.The routeNearest airport is MRY.Pairs well with

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Frequently asked questionsWhen is the best time to visit Big Sur?The best time to visit Big Sur is Apr–Jun & Sep–Oct, in Big Sur, California, United States.Where is Big Sur?Big Sur is in Big Sur, California, United States. The nearest major airport is MRY.What is Big Sur known for?Ninety miles where the Santa Lucia range falls straight into the Pacific, and Highway 1 threads the gap.Keep exploring

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